Release from 12.09.2026

Marco Sanna: “Cortina has always been home for me”

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Marco Sanna has worn the Sportivi Ghiaccio Cortina jersey for almost his entire career. The 28-year-old forward has made 321 appearances in the Alps Hockey League so far, recording 125 points. In the interview, Sanna talks about the pride of representing Cortina, reflects on a disappointing 2025/26 campaign that ended in the quarterfinals and looks ahead to the new season and the team’s ambitions.

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You’ve spent almost your entire career with Cortina. How proud are you to continue wearing the Cortina jersey, and how do you see your role within the team?
Marco Sanna: “I’m really proud to wear the Cortina jersey. Cortina has always been home for me, and I really enjoy playing here. I think my role is to bring energy, experience and leadership, and to do everything I can to help the team win.”

From a sporting perspective, last season didn’t go the way you had hoped. What are your expectations for the upcoming season, and what needs to improve for the team to take a step forward?
Marco Sanna: “Last season was nowhere near where we wanted to be. The goal for this year is to be more competitive and more consistent during the most important parts of the season. I believe that if we work hard and play as a team, we can compete for a spot among the top teams.”

What are you personally most looking forward to in the upcoming season?
Marco Sanna: “I’m really looking forward to getting back on the ice and playing with my teammates again. I’m excited about the new challenge and the new opportunity to achieve something important. For me, I just want to play hockey and give everything I can every night.”